Johnson: Lott will be missed

November 27, 2007

SIOUX FALLS - Democratic Senator Tim Johnson said he was surprised by Monday's announcement that Mississippi Republican Sen. Trent Lott is resigning. Johnson said he has served in both the House and the Senate with Lott, calling Lott a dedicated public servant. Lott worked closely with former Sen. Tom Daschle when they both were the leaders of their respective parties, Johnson said in a news release, “and both set a great example of how elected officials can work together in a bipartisan fashion for the good of our country.” Lott, the Senate's No. 2 Republican, said he will retire before January, ending a 35-year career in Congress.